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<p>Betting on today's Jets and Canucks game? Catch the action at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, BC, as the Canucks hosts this showdown at 10:00 ET on ESPN+. The odds for this Western conference game currently have the Canucks as the -1.5 goal favorite with the over/under line sitting at 5.5 goals.</p><h3>WINNIPEG JETS VS VANCOUVER CANUCKS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Vancouver Canucks -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Rogers Arena at 10:00 ET on Saturday, February 17th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS:</h3><ul><li>Despite being 1.5 goal underdogs, we predict the Jets to come out on top with a final score of 4-3.</li><li>We like the Jets on the moneyline (+105)</li><li>The Jets are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can the Winnipeg Offense Score Enough on the Road?</h3><p><p>Through 51 games, the Winnipeg Jets sit 4th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Central Division with a record of 32-14-5. On the road, the Jets are 14-7-3 this season and have lost their last two road games.</p>

<p>Over their last ten games, Winnipeg has gone 4-6 and comes into tonight's game on a two-game winning streak. As the underdog, the Jets have gone 6-8-2 this season.</p></p><p>Winnipeg comes into the game with a puck line record of 27-24 on the season, including going just 2-8 against the puck line in their last ten games. So far, the Jets have had 22 wins by multiple goals and have gone 18-17 against the puck line when favored.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Winnipeg has gone 9-7 against the puck line and their average scoring margin on the road this year is +.4 goals per game. The Jets have gone just 12-12 against the puck line on the road and have dropped their last two games vs. the puck line away from home.</p> <p>This season, Winnipeg's games have an average of 5.3 goals per game. The average over/under number for the season is 6.1. The Jets come in with an over/under performance of 15-29-7.</p><p>Through their last three road games, Winnipeg has an puck line record of just 1-2. However, their overall record was 0-3 while averaging 0 goals per game.</p><p>For their offensive performance, the Jets come in averaging 3 goals per game this season, which is 23rd in the NHL. In the category of shots on goal per game, they are 21st in the league. In terms of power play goals, the Jets offense is 25th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they are 23rd in the NHL.</p><p>Winnipeg's leading goal scorer is Kyle Connor. So far this season, he has 19 goals, placing him 56th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Connor has 11 assists this season.</p><p>The Canucks defense is currently 11th in goals allowed. Opponents are averaging 29.8 shots per game against Vancouver. In terms of shutouts, they come into the game ranked 2nd with 6 shutouts.</p><p>Heading into this matchup vs. Vancouver, goalie Connor Hellebuyck has started 38 games in this season. His current record is 25-10, and his save percentage stands at 0.943%.</p><h3>Will Vancouver Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><p><p>With a record of 37-12-6, Vancouver is in first place in the Western Conference and the Pacific Division. They have won three straight games and have gone 7-3 in their last ten games. At home, the Canucks have gone 19-4-2 this season and have won their last two games at home.</p>

<p>When favored, Vancouver has gone 24-7-3 this season, and they have won three straight games as the favorite. Against Western Conference teams, the Canucks have gone 19-9 this season.</p></p><p>When favored, Vancouver has a puck line record of 18-16, and they have gone 35-20 on the puck line for the season. Their average scoring margin at home is +1.6 goals per game, and they have 25 wins by multiple goals.</p>

<p>So far, the Canucks have gone 17-8 on the puck line at home, and their average scoring margin as the favorite is +1.4 goals per game. In their last ten games at home, Vancouver has gone 6-4 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>For the season, the average number of goals per game in matchups featuring Vancouver is 6.3. The season's average over/under line is currently at 6.4. The Canucks come in with an over/under record of 31-21-3.</p><p>In their last three games away from home, the Jets have a straight up record of 0-3 while going 1-2 vs. the spread. The team averaged 0 goals per game in this stretch.</p><p>On offense, the Canucks are averaging 3.7 goals per game which is 2nd in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are 25th in the league. The Vancouver offense is ranked 6th in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they find themselves at 18th in the NHL.</p><p>Vancouver will be looking for a good game from Brock Boeser who leads the team in scoring with 30 goals, ranking 9th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 24 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Canucks head into the game ranked 11th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.8 shots per game against Vancouver. So far, they are 2nd in shutouts, achieving 6 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Thatcher Demko comes into the game having made 40 starts this season. So far, his record is 30-9 and he has a save percentage of 0.972%.</p>

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<p>At 10:00 ET, ESPN will broadcast a non-conference matchup between the Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers. The Bucks (-116) are currently favored by 1 point over the Lakers (-105). The over/under line is sitting at 232.5 points.</p>

<p>Milwaukee (41-22) is 2nd in the Eastern Conference, while the Lakers (34-30) are 10th in the West. Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles will host tonight's game.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BUCKS VS LOS ANGELES LAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Los Angeles Lakers +1</p><p>This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena at 10:00 ET on Friday, March 8th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOS ANGELES LAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 117-115 in favor of the Lakers.</li><li>Our projections have Anthony Davis finishing with Anthony Davis points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Lakers finishing with a field goal percentage of 48.5% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Bucks Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><p>Today, the Bucks are on the road in LA to take on the Lakers. Milwaukee is favored by 1 point and has a record of 41-22, which is 2nd in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>This season, the Bucks have been favored in 54 of their 63 games. As the favorite, they have gone 39-15 and have won four straight games against the spread. On average, they have outscored their opponents by 6.7 points per game as the favorite.</p>

<p>Milwaukee's most recent game was a 125-90 loss to the Warriors. The O/U line for that game was 230, and the Bucks were 2.5-point underdogs. This loss dropped their ATS record to 27-36 for the season.</p>

<p>In the Eastern Conference, the Bucks have a record of 29-13 against other teams in the East. Against non-conference opponents, they are 12-9. On the road, the Bucks are 16-15 compared to 25-7 at home.</p>

<p>This season, the Bucks have an O/U record of 30-33. In their last seven games, the under has hit. Today's O/U line of 232.5 is lower than their season average of 237.1.</p><p>When it comes to scoring, the Bucks have been one of the most potent offenses in the league this season. They are currently ranked 3rd in the NBA with an average of 120.9 points per game. Interestingly, they have actually been better on the road, averaging 118.6 points compared to 123.0 at home.</p>

<p>In terms of pace, Milwaukee is 6th in the league at 100.7 possessions per game. This up-tempo style has allowed them to get up a lot of three-point attempts, as they are 6th in the NBA in three-point attempts per game (38.1).</p>

<p>Overall, the Bucks have been an efficient shooting team, ranking 7th in field goal percentage at 49%. They are also 4th in true shooting percentage. Inside the arc, Milwaukee has been the 2nd best team in the league, making 57% of their two-point attempts.</p><p>At this time, the Bucks' defense is positioned 19th in the NBA, permitting 117.0 points per game. So far this season, the Bucks' defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 10th in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 22.0 times per game vs. Milwaukee.</p><h3>Does Los Angeles Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>In their games this season, the Lakers have averaged a combined 234.8 points per game, which is higher than today's over/under line of 232.5. Overall, their games have averaged an over/under line of 232.7 points.</p>

<p>Looking at their ATS record, the Lakers are 28-36 for the season, including a 15-18 record at home and 13-18 on the road. As the underdog, they are 15-16 ATS compared to 13-20 as the favorite.</p>

<p>The Lakers are coming off a 130-120 loss to the Kings. They were favored by 2.5 points in that game and are now 3-0 straight-up in their last three games. The combined scoring in that game was 250 points, and the O/U line was 239.5.</p>

<p>Currently, the Lakers are 10th in the Western Conference with a record of 34-30. In the Pacific Division, they are in 5th place. Today, they are 1-point underdogs at home.</p>

<p>Against Western Conference teams, the Lakers are 23-21 compared to 11-9 against non-conference opponents. On the road, they are 12-19 for the season and have an ATS record of 13-18. At home, they are 22-11 straight-up and 15-18 ATS.</p><p>When playing at home, the Lakers are averaging 118 points per game, which is 9th in the NBA. Overall, they are 11th in scoring at 117.2 points per game. In terms of pace, the Lakers are 4th in the league with 101 possessions per game.</p>

<p>One area where the Lakers have excelled is their field goal percentage, as they are 3rd in the NBA at 49%. However, they are just 27th in three-point shooting, making an average of 11.5 threes per game. In terms of free throws, the Lakers are 6th in attempts and 10th in makes.</p>

<p>When comparing their scoring to the league average, the Lakers have outscored it in 48.4% of their games. In terms of assists, they are 7th in the NBA. However, they are last in offensive rebounds at just 8.1 per game.</p><p>Coming into the game, the Lakers' defense has finished two straight games with an increased number of points allowed. Overall, they are 20th in the league at 117.6 points per game allowed. The Los Angeles defense has allowed opponents to shoot 37.7% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 47.5% of their field goal attempts vs. Los Angeles.</p>

Milwaukee Bucks vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Pick & Prediction 3/8/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Purple Eagles and Stags face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Stags are hosting the game at Leo D. Mahoney Arena in Fairfield, CT. Niagara is favored by -1.5 in this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference contest against Fairfield. The game's over/under currently sits at 135.5 points.</p><h3>NIAGARA PURPLE EAGLES VS FAIRFIELD STAGS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Fairfield Stags +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Leo D. Mahoney Arena at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE FAIRFIELD STAGS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Stags.</li><li>Not only will Fairfield pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Purple Eagles?</h3><p>Niagara dropped to 6-9 on the season after a 68-65 home loss to Rider on Sunday. The Purple Eagles were -5.5 favorites but failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 133, just under the O/U line of 134.5.</p> <p>After trailing 33-26 at halftime, Niagara put up 39 points in the 2nd half while allowing 35, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.</p><p>Niagara's offense put up 65 points in their last game, shooting 52% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 60%. They connected on 61.3% of their two-point attempts (19/31) and hit 36.8% from beyond the arc (7/19). The Purple Eagles struggled at the free-throw line, making just 6 of 10 attempts.</p> <p>T.J. Weeks Jr. led the way with 18 points, hitting 4 of 7 from three-point range. Justice Smith added 17 points, shooting 70% overall. Zion Russell chipped in 11 points and 6 assists, going 5 for 6 from the field and perfect from three.</p><p>Niagara's defense struggled in their last game, allowing 68 points on 52% shooting from the field. The Purple Eagles gave up 19 two-point baskets on 31 attempts, with their opponents hitting 61% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Niagara's opponents shot 36%, making 7 of 19 attempts. The Purple Eagles sent them to the free-throw line 10 times, where they converted 6 shots for 60%. Niagara limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 4 in the game.</p><h3>Will Fairfield Find a Way to Win at Home?</h3><h3>Fairfield Stags Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Fairfield’s season record fell to 5-10 after a 61-51 loss to Marist on Sunday. The Stags, who were +7.5 point underdogs going into the game, didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 112, well under the O/U line of 135.5.</p> 

<p>After a 25-25 tie at halftime, Fairfield struggled in the second half, scoring 26 points while allowing 36.</p><p>Fairfield's offense struggled in their last game, putting up just 51 points and shooting 36.5% from the field. They hit only 28.1% of their two-point attempts, but found success from beyond the arc, connecting on 50% of their threes (10/20).</p> <p>Jamie Bergens led the way with 16 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Jackson Price contributed 12 points and 6 rebounds, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.</p><p>Fairfield's defense gave up 61 points, even though they allowed the opposing team to shoot 50% from the field. The Stags struggled to contain two-point shots, with their opponents hitting 64% (22/34) from inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Fairfield held their opponents to just 22% shooting, as they went 4/18. The Stags also limited free-throw opportunities, with the other team making 5/6 (83%). Fairfield allowed 5 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Niagara Purple Eagles vs Fairfield Stags NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25

<p>At 7:00 ET, the Trail Blazers (16-28) will take on the Hornets (11-29) in a non-conference matchup. Portland is currently on a three-game winning streak and is 13th in the Western Conference. The Hornets are favored by 5 and are 13th in the Eastern Conference. The over/under line is 220.5.</p>

<p>This game will be played at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte. KATU will have the TV coverage for this game.</p><h3>PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS VS CHARLOTTE HORNETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Portland Trail Blazers +5</p><p>This game will be played at Spectrum Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PORTLAND TRAIL BLAZERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 138-109 in favor of the Trail Blazers.</li><li>Our projections have Anfernee Simons finishing with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Trail Blazers finishing with a field goal percentage of 45.6% and knocking down 15 threes.</li></ul><h3>Will the Trail Blazers Make it Happen in Charlotte?</h3><p>Portland improved to 16-28 on the season with a 101-79 road win over the Magic on Thursday. Entering the game as +7 point underdogs, the Trail Blazers not only pulled off the upset but did so in commanding fashion, winning by 22 points. The game’s total of 180 points fell well short of the 213-point over/under line.</p> <p>After trailing 21-18 at the end of the 1st quarter, Portland took control by outscoring Orlando 29-18 in the 2nd quarter. They continued to dominate in the 3rd and 4th quarters, outscoring the Magic 27-20 in each period.</p><p>Anfernee Simons led the Trail Blazers with 21 points, hitting 3 threes at a 50% rate in their win over the Magic. Toumani Camara added 16 points, shooting 66.7% from the field, while Deni Avdija contributed 13 points and 5 assists.</p> <p>Portland shot 48.8% overall, but struggled from deep, making just 9 threes at 32.1%. Simons scored 11 points in the 2nd quarter and added 7 more in the 4th.</p><p>The Trail Blazers put on a defensive clinic against the Magic, allowing just 79 points in their win on Thursday. Portland held Orlando to 21 points in the 1st quarter and tightened up even more in the 2nd, giving up just 18 points. The Blazers continued their strong defensive effort in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing 20 points in each.</p> <p>Portland's defense limited the Magic to 34% shooting, including just 6 made three-pointers on 24% shooting from beyond the arc. The Blazers also recorded 14 steals and 12 blocks in the game.</p><h3>Can the Hornets Hold Strong at Home?</h3><p>Charlotte's season record fell to 11-29 after a 132-120 road loss to the Grizzlies on Wednesday. The Hornets entered the game as +12 point underdogs, and the final score matched that spread. The total points for the game were 252, surpassing the O/U line of 242.</p> <p>Memphis took control early, going on a 12-0 run and outscoring Charlotte 78-48 in the first half. The Hornets fought back, winning the 3rd and 4th quarters 36-28 and 36-26, but they couldn't overcome the 106-84 deficit heading into the final period.</p><p>Mark Williams was a standout for the Hornets in their loss to the Grizzlies, scoring 38 points on 77.8% shooting. He was particularly effective in the 3rd and 4th quarters, scoring 14 and 15 points respectively. LaMelo Ball added 22 points, 10 of which came in the final period, despite shooting just 35% from the field.</p> <p>As a team, the Hornets shot 47.7% overall, but made just 11 threes at a 35.5% rate. Miles Bridges contributed 17 points, with 5 coming in the 4th quarter.</p><p>The Hornets struggled defensively in the 1st and 2nd quarters, giving up 38 and 40 points, respectively, in their 132-120 loss to the Grizzlies. They tightened up in the 3rd and 4th quarters, allowing 28 and 26 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the early damage.</p> <p>Charlotte allowed Memphis to shoot 50% from the field, including 44% from three-point range, where the Grizzlies hit 21 threes. The Hornets sent Memphis to the line 14 times, where they made 13 free throws. Defensively, Charlotte recorded 9 steals and 4 blocks.</p>

Portland Trail Blazers vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

<p>Don't miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Wolverines and Boilermakers. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on FOX, and it's hosted by the Boilermakers at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, IN. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 151.5 points, and Purdue is favored by -3.5 to win at home against Michigan.</p><h3>MICHIGAN WOLVERINES VS PURDUE BOILERMAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Purdue Boilermakers -3.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mackey Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE PURDUE BOILERMAKERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Boilermakers.</li><li>Not only will Purdue pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Does Michigan Have What it Takes to Win as Road Underdogs?</h3><p>Michigan improved to 14-4 on the season with an 80-76 win over Northwestern on Sunday. The Wolverines were -9 favorites at home but didn’t cover the spread, winning by just four points. The total points for the game reached 156, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p> <p>After trailing 35-30 at halftime, Michigan turned things around in the second half, outscoring Northwestern 50-41 to secure the win.</p><p>Michigan's offense put up 80 points in their last game, despite shooting just 36.1% from the field and 25.9% from three-point range. They hit 7 of 27 attempts from beyond the arc, with an effective field goal percentage of 42.6%.</p> <p>Vladislav Goldin led the way with 31 points, hitting 3 of 6 threes and shooting 56.2% overall. The Wolverines also got a big contribution from the free-throw line, making 29 of 37 attempts for a 78.4% success rate.</p><p>Even with Michigan's defense holding their opponent to 36% shooting, the Wolverines couldn't keep them off the free-throw line, where they gave up 29 points on 37 attempts. Michigan's defense allowed 76 points overall, with 15 field goals coming from two-point range at a 44% clip.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Michigan limited their opponent to just 7 made threes on 27 attempts, a 25% shooting performance. The Wolverines also conceded 13 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Are Purdue Ready for a Home Win?</h3><h3>Purdue Boilermakers Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Purdue’s season record dropped to 15-5 after a 73-70 home loss to Ohio State on Tuesday. The Boilermakers, who were -10.5 favorites, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Purdue led 41-28 at halftime but struggled in the second half, scoring just 29 points while allowing 45. The total points for the game reached 143, surpassing the over/under line of 140.5.</p><p>Purdue put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 48.1% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 51.9%. They hit 51.1% of their two-point attempts and connected on 33.3% from beyond the arc, making 3 of 9 three-point shots. At the free-throw line, they converted 75%, going 15 for 20.</p> <p>Offensively, Trey Kaufman-Renn led the way with 26 points, shooting 68.8% from the field. Micah Parrish added 22 points, hitting 6 of 8 from three-point range, finishing with an 80% shooting performance overall. Braden Smith contributed 8 assists, despite shooting just 21.4% from the floor.</p><p>Despite Purdue's defensive efforts, they couldn't hold their opponents under 73 points, as they allowed them to shoot 48% from the field, with 26 made baskets on 54 attempts. Most of the damage came from inside the arc, where Purdue gave up 23 two-point field goals on 45 attempts, a 51% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Purdue's defense held their opponents to just 3 made threes on 9 attempts, a 33% success rate. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 15 free throws, shooting 75%. Purdue also gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Michigan Wolverines vs Purdue Boilermakers NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

<p>Betting on today's Panthers and Norse game? Catch the action at Truist Arena in Highland Heights, KY, as the Norse hosts this showdown at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. Milwaukee is favored by -2.5 in this Horizon League conference contest against Northern Kentucky. The game's over/under currently sits at 139.5 points.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE PANTHERS VS NORTHERN KENTUCKY NORSE BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Northern Kentucky Norse +2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Truist Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTHERN KENTUCKY NORSE:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Norse.</li><li>Not only will Northern Kentucky pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 139.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Milwaukee Live Up to Expectations on the Road?</h3><h3>Milwaukee Panthers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Milwaukee improved to 12-7 on the season with a 95-79 road win over Wright State on Wednesday, January 22nd. The Panthers entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs but covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Milwaukee led 42-36 at halftime and put up 53 points in the 2nd half while allowing 43. The game’s total points of 174 exceeded the O/U line of 154.5.</p><p>Milwaukee's offense put up 95 points in their last game, shooting 49.2% from the field and hitting 45.8% from beyond the arc, connecting on 11 of 24 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 57.1%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, making 81.5% of their 27 attempts.</p> <p>Alex Huibregtse led the way with 21 points, shooting 66.7% overall and from three-point range (4/6). Erik Pratt also hit 4 of 6 from deep, finishing with 15 points. Themus Fulks contributed 18 points and dished out 9 assists, while Kentrell Pullian added 18 points as well.</p><p>Milwaukee's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 79 points while allowing the opposition to shoot 50% from the field. The Panthers couldn't contain the two-point attempts, with the other team hitting 54% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>From three-point range, Milwaukee allowed 9 threes on 21 attempts, a 42% shooting performance. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 14 free throws. On the boards, Milwaukee gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Do the Norse Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><h3>Northern Kentucky Norse Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>The Norse dropped to 7-11 on the season after a 78-70 home loss to Wright State on Saturday. Northern Kentucky entered the game as 1.5-point favorites but failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>After trailing 40-33 at halftime, the Norse scored 37 points in the 2nd half but allowed 38. The total points for the game ended at 148, going over the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.</p><p>Northern Kentucky put up 70 points in their last game, shooting 39.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.3%, with a two-point shooting percentage of 39.5% and a three-point shooting percentage of 40% (6/15). They also hit 68.8% of their free throws, going 22/32 from the line.</p> <p>Keaton Norris led the way with 21 points, shooting 72.7% overall and 60% from three (3/5), while adding 5 assists. Josh Dilling also contributed 17 points, hitting 4 of 6 from beyond the arc at a 66.7% clip. The Norse finished with 8 assists and 6 offensive rebounds as a team.</p><p>Even though Northern Kentucky held their opponent to 39% shooting, they still gave up 78 points. The Norse limited damage inside, allowing just 39% on two-point attempts (15/38), but their opponent found some success from beyond the arc, hitting 40% of their threes (6/15).</p> <p>Northern Kentucky sent their opponent to the free-throw line 32 times, where they converted 22 attempts for 68%. The Norse did a solid job on the boards, giving up only 6 offensive rebounds.</p>

Milwaukee Panthers vs Northern Kentucky Norse NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

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<p>Looking to win big? The Owls and Aggies face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Aggies are hosting the game at Pan American Center in Las Cruces, NM. This Conference USA conference matchup has an over/under of 147.5 points, and New Mexico State is favored to win by -7.5 at home vs. Kennesaw State.</p><h3>KENNESAW STATE OWLS VS NEW MEXICO STATE AGGIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kennesaw State Owls +7.5</p><p>This game will be played at Pan American Center at 9:00 ET on Thursday, January 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE KENNESAW STATE OWLS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 74-73 in favor of the Owls.</li><li>Not only will Kennesaw State pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +7.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 147.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Owls Ready for a Road Win?</h3><h3>Kennesaw State Owls Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Kennesaw State improved to 8-7 on the season with a 78-76 win over Louisiana Tech on Saturday. The Owls were +2.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Leading 33-30 at halftime, Kennesaw State scored 45 points in the 2nd half while allowing 46. The game’s total points of 154 went over the pre-game line of 146.5.</p><p>Kennesaw State put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 49.1% from the field. They were efficient inside, hitting 62.2% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 25% of their threes (5/20).</p> <p>Simeon Cottle led the way with 25 points, shooting 66.7% overall and 50% from three. Daniel Batcho added 23 points and 7 rebounds, while Sean Newman Jr. dished out 7 assists and hit 3 of 6 from deep.</p><p>Kennesaw State's defense gave up 76 points in their last game, allowing the opposing team to shoot 49% from the field. They struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 62% of their attempts, going 23/37.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Kennesaw State held the other team to 25% shooting, as they made just 5 of their 20 three-point attempts. The Owls also sent them to the free-throw line 25 times, where they converted 17 free throws for 68%. Additionally, Kennesaw State allowed 13 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can New Mexico State Live Up to the Hype at Home?</h3><p>New Mexico State fell to 8-7 on the season after a 68-60 loss to Liberty on Saturday. The Aggies, who were +6.5 point underdogs, not only lost the game but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game came in at 128, under the O/U line of 134.5.</p> <p>Trailing 34-31 at halftime, the Aggies couldn’t close the gap in the second half, scoring 29 points while allowing 34. It was another tough road loss for New Mexico State as they look to get back on track.</p><p>New Mexico State struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.1% from the field and 18.2% from beyond the arc, hitting only 4 of 22 three-point attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.3%, and they managed 9 assists as a team.</p> <p>Christian Cook led the Aggies with 17 points, connecting on 3 of 8 threes. Colin Porter added 14 points and 3 assists, while Peter Filipovity contributed 12 points and 12 rebounds, despite missing both of his three-point attempts.</p><p>New Mexico State's defense gave up 68 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 46% from the field. The Aggies allowed 21/38 shooting on two-point attempts, which is 55%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, New Mexico State held their opponents to 3/14 shooting, or 21%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 17, shooting 65%. The Aggies gave up 7 offensive rebounds.</p>

Kennesaw State Owls vs New Mexico State Aggies NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

College basketball is one of the most popular sports to wager on, especially during one particular month of the year. College basketball betting presents many great opportunities to wager, and bettors tend to do pretty well when wagering on the sport.

There are a handful of different levels when it comes to college basketball, but it is Division 1 that tends to get all of the focus. The NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament takes place during the month of March, and that is one event that always attracts plenty of wagers.

College basketball starts to get things going in November each year, and then a champion is crowned in April. Teams compete in nonconference games to begin the year, but the best time to bet is during conference action later in the year.

Knowing how to bet college basketball is extremely important, and this article will help you out with that. You are also going to find some of the best college basketball betting sites &amp; sportsbooks in the industry, and that is where you will want to do your betting.
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<p>Planning on watching today's Bruins and Huskies game? Catch the action at Alaska Airlines Arena in Seattle, WA, as the Huskies hosts this showdown at 11:00 ET on FS1. UCLA come into this Big Ten conference matchup as the -5.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 135.5 points.</p><h3>UCLA BRUINS VS WASHINGTON HUSKIES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Washington Huskies +5.5</p><p>This game will be played at Alaska Airlines Arena at 11:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WASHINGTON HUSKIES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-70 in favor of the Huskies.</li><li>Not only will Washington pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 135.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.</li></ul><h3>Will UCLA Pull Through as the Favored Road Team?</h3><h3>UCLA Bruins Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>UCLA improved to 13-6 on the season with an 85-83 win over Wisconsin on Tuesday. The Bruins were favored by 3.5 points going into the home game but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 142.5.</p> 

<p>UCLA was down 41-36 at halftime but rallied in the second half, scoring 49 points while allowing 42. Their strong second-half performance was key to securing the win.</p><p>UCLA put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 50.9% from the field and posting an effective field goal percentage of 56.1%. They hit 60.5% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 31.6% of their threes (6/19). At the free-throw line, the Bruins shot 75%, making 21 of 28 attempts.</p> <p>John Tonje led the way with 24 points, hitting 6 of 7 threes and shooting 88.9% overall. Aday Mara was perfect from the field, going 7 for 7 and finishing with 22 points in 21 minutes. John Blackwell added 23 points, despite shooting just 35.7% from the floor.</p><p>UCLA's defense struggled, giving up 83 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Bruins allowed 23 two-point baskets on 38 attempts, a 60% success rate for their opponent.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, UCLA's opponent shot 31%, hitting 6 of 19 threes. The Bruins also sent them to the line 28 times, where they converted 21 free throws at a 75% clip. UCLA allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can the Huskies Please their Home Crowd?</h3><h3>Washington Huskies Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Huskies fell to 9-9 on the season after an 82-71 road loss to Oregon on Tuesday, January 21st. Washington entered the game as +12.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Washington trailed 34-32 at halftime before allowing 48 points in the 2nd half. They scored 39 points after the break. The game’s total points of 153 went over the 145.5 O/U line.</p><p>In their latest game, the Huskies put up 71 points, shooting 46.4% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 50%, largely due to their struggles from beyond the arc, where they hit just 4 of 21 attempts (19%). Inside the arc, they were much more efficient, connecting on 62.9% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>At the free-throw line, Washington was solid, hitting 15 of 17 attempts (88.2%). TJ Bamba led the way with 21 points, while Great Osobor added 20 despite going 0 for 4 from three. Vazoumana Diallo was efficient, shooting 77.8% overall and adding 18 points.</p><p>Washington's defense struggled, giving up 82 points on 50% shooting from the field. The Huskies allowed their opponent to hit 25 of 43 two-point attempts, a 58% success rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Washington's opponent shot 33%, making 6 of 18 threes. They also sent the other team to the free-throw line 18 times, where they converted 14 attempts for 77%.</p>

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Hawks versus the Flyers? Tip off is at at 7:30 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN2. The game will be played at UD Arena in Dayton, OH. The over/under for this game is set at 143.5 points, and Dayton is favored by -5.5 vs. Saint Joseph's in a Atlantic 10 conference matchup.</p><h3>SAINT JOSEPH'S HAWKS VS DAYTON FLYERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Dayton Flyers -5.5</p><p>This game will be played at UD Arena at 7:30 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DAYTON FLYERS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Flyers.</li><li>Not only will Dayton pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 143.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Hawks Win on the Road?</h3><h3>Saint Joseph's Hawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Saint Joseph's improved to 12-7 on the season with a 78-61 road win over Davidson on Tuesday. The Hawks entered the game as -1.5 favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 139 fell short of the O/U line of 146.5.</p> 

<p>Saint Joseph's took control early, leading 43-27 at halftime, and maintained their lead by scoring 35 points in the 2nd half while allowing 34.</p><p>Saint Joseph's put up 78 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field and 39.3% from beyond the arc. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 60%, with 17 assists and 9 offensive rebounds.</p> <p>Reed Bailey led the way with 25 points, while Xzayvier Brown added 20 points and 6 assists. Erik Reynolds II contributed 17 points, hitting 5 of 9 threes at a 55.6% rate.</p><p>Saint Joseph's defense held their opponent to 61 points on 40% shooting from the field. They allowed 26 made field goals on 64 attempts.</p> <p>From two-point range, the opponent shot 50%, hitting 22 of 44. From beyond the arc, they were limited to 4 made threes on 20 attempts, shooting 20%. They also went 5/6 from the free-throw line, shooting 83%. Saint Joseph's gave up 8 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Can the Flyers Hold Strong at Home?</h3><h3>Dayton Flyers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Flyers improved to 12-6 this season with an 82-62 road win over Duquesne on Tuesday. Dayton entered the game as 3-point favorites and covered the spread, while the total points of 144 exceeded the O/U line of 130.5.</p> 

<p>Dayton took control early, leading 44-25 at halftime. They scored 38 points in the 2nd half but allowed 37, showing some defensive lapses after the break.</p><p>Dayton's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 82 points with a field goal percentage of 58.2%. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 69.1%, thanks in part to their 56.5% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 13 of 23 attempts.</p> <p>Enoch Cheeks led the way with 23 points, connecting on 4 of 6 threes, while Javon Bennett added 16 points, hitting 4 of 5 from deep. The Flyers dished out 25 assists as a team, with 10 offensive rebounds to help keep possessions alive.</p><p>Dayton's defense held their opponent to 62 points on 42% shooting from the field. They allowed 21 made field goals on 49 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Dayton's defense gave up 10 threes on 26 attempts, with their opponent shooting 38%. Dayton also sent them to the free-throw line 19 times, where they made 10, shooting 52%.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Golden Eagles and Cowboys face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Cowboys are hosting the game at The Legacy Center in Lake Charles, LA. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 140.5 points, with the Cowboys being the favored team playing at home against the Golden Eagles.</p><h3>SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES VS MCNEESE STATE COWBOYS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Southern Miss Golden Eagles +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at The Legacy Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, December 13th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SOUTHERN MISS GOLDEN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 73-71 in favor of the Cowboys.</li><li>Even though we have McNeese State winning straight-up, we like Southern Miss at +6.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 140.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Golden Eagles Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><p>Southern Miss comes into this game with a 5-4 record after playing nine games. In their last five road games, including last year, Southern Miss has a 3-2 record. At the moment, Southern Miss holds a sub-.500 ATS record of 2-4. In terms of ATS performance, the Golden Eagles have gone 2-1 on the road and 0-3 when playing at home.</p><p>Through nine games, Southern Miss has an over/under record of 3-3-0 with their games averaging a combined 143.2 points per game so far. In their most recent three games, the Golden Eagles' over/under record is 3-0, with their games averaging 166 points per game.</p><p>The Southern Miss offense is coming off a game in which they scored 85 points vs. UAB. Overall their field goal percentage was 53.8% while connecting on 6 threes. Austin Crowley is currently the leading scorer for the team, entering today's matchup with an average of 15.9. Meanwhile, Victor Hart also brings a PPG average of 15.4 into the game.</p><p>So far, the Golden Eagles' defense is ranked 82nd in the country at 67.2 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Southern Miss' defense has allowed opponents to shoot 38.6% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 32.0% this season.</p><h3>Can McNeese State Pull Off a Home Win?</h3><p>This will be McNeese State's 11th game of the season and they currently have a record of 8-2. In their last five home games, including those from last year, McNeese State is 5-0. As McNeese State faces Southern Miss, their against-the-spread (ATS) record is 5-1. In their previous five games, the team has a 3-1 ATS record.</p><p>McNeese State comes in with an over/under record of 2-4-0 through 10 games, with their games averaging a combined 140.5 points per game so far. The Cowboys have seen their last five games conclude with a collective average of 133 points per game and an over/under record of 1-3.</p><p>Coming off their recent game, the McNeese State offense tallied 91 points in a matchup against UT Martin. Their field goal percentage for the game was 51.5%, and they made 9 threes. Shahada Wells led the team in scoring, putting up 25 points. Additionally, Christian Shumate contributed 22 points for the Cowboys.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the McNeese State defense is giving up an average of 57.3 points per contest. On average, opposing teams are hitting 6.2 threes per game vs. Southern Miss. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 24.4%.</p>

Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs McNeese State Cowboys Betting Pick & Prediction 12/13/23

<p>It's a beautiful night for baseball in Milwaukee, as the Brewers look to stay undefeated on the young season. They'll have Jakob Junis on the mound, while the Twins counter with Louie Varland. First pitch is set for 4:10 p.m. at American Family Field.</p>

<p>Looking at the odds, this one is about as close as it gets. The Brewers are a slight favorite at -111 on the money line, while the Twins are right behind at -109. The over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, with the over paying out at -116 compared to -106 for the under.</p><h3>MILWAUKEE BREWERS VS MINNESOTA TWINS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Milwaukee Brewers Moneyline -111</p><p>This game will be played at American Family Field at 4:10 ET on Tuesday, April 2nd.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE TWINS VS BREWERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Brewers winning by a score of 6 to 5</li><li>If you're looking for a run line pick, we also like the Brewers to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 11 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Twins Records & Stats</h3><p>Minnesota was shut out in their last game, losing 11-0 to the Royals. The Twins were on the road and were the favorites, but Kansas City scored three in the first and six in the second to put the game away early. Minnesota's offense was held to just four hits, with Bailey Ober taking the loss. Ober gave up eight earned runs in just 1 1/3 innings.</p>

<p>Offensively, the Twins were led by Luis Arraez, who had two of the team's four hits. The Royals hit five home runs in the game, with Salvador Perez hitting two. Minnesota will look to bounce back in their next game against the White Sox.</p><p>Louie Varland is coming off a season in which he made 10 starts and 17 total appearances. His record for the year was 4-3, and his ERA finished at 4.63. Varland's WHIP for the season was 1.22, and he allowed a batting average of .248. The right-hander's FIP for the season was 5.02, and he finished the year with five quality starts. Varland's strikeouts per nine innings came in at 9.4, and he averaged 2.25 walks per nine innings.</p><p>For the Twins, we have Byron Buxton with the 6th highest total hits projection on the team, but he does have the top odds to hit a home run on the team and his home run projection is 13th best in the league today. Alex Kirilloff has the best odds to get a hit for the Twins and his home run projection is 16th best in the league. Matt Wallner has the best odds to hit a home run on the team and his home run projection is 13th best in the league. Edouard Julien is 2nd on the team in total hits projection and 2nd in home run projection.</p><h3>Brewers Records & Stats</h3><p>The Milwaukee Brewers took the series opener against the New York Mets, winning 4-1. The Brewers were underdogs coming into the game, with the Mets favored at -142.</p>

<p>Colin Rea got the start for the Brewers, going five innings and giving up just one earned run. Tylor Megill got the start for the Mets, going four innings and giving up one earned run as well. The Brewers scored one run in the first inning and then added one run in the second, fifth, and sixth innings. The Mets scored their only run in the second inning.</p><p>Jakob Junis is coming off a season in which he made 40 appearances and started four games. His record last season was 4-3, and his ERA was 3.87. His WHIP for the season was 1.29, and he allowed a batting average of .259. Junis gave up 12 home runs last season, and his FIP for the year was 3.74. His strikeouts per walk were 4.6, and he averaged 0.5 walks per game.</p><p>According to our projections, Rhys Hoskins has the best chance to hit a home run for the Brewers today, as his home run projection is 12th best in the league. Christian Yelich has the 2nd best chance to get a hit on the team and his home run projection is 15th best in the league. Willy Adames is our 2nd best bet to hit a home run for the Brewers, as his home run projection is 14th best in the league. William Contreras has our highest hits projection on the team and his home run projection is 18th best in the league.</p>

Minnesota Twins vs Milwaukee Brewers Betting Pick & Prediction 4/2/24

<p>The Seahawks and Lakers are set to face off at 7:00 ET on NEC. The Lakers will host the game at Mercyhurst Athletic Center in Erie, PA. This Northeast conference matchup has an over/under of 119.5 points, and Mercyhurst is favored to win by -1.5 at home vs. Wagner.</p><h3>WAGNER SEAHAWKS VS MERCYHURST LAKERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Wagner Seahawks +1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Mercyhurst Athletic Center at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE WAGNER SEAHAWKS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 81-68 in favor of the Seahawks.</li><li>Not only will Wagner pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 119.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 149 points.</li></ul><h3>No Pressure for Wagner as Away Dogs</h3><h3>Wagner Seahawks Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Wagner improved to 6-8 on the season with a narrow 70-68 win over Saint Francis U on Monday. The Seahawks were favored by 2.5 points but didn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 138, surpassing the over/under line of 123.5.</p> 

<p>Wagner led 32-25 at halftime but allowed 30 points in the second half while scoring just 23. Despite the second-half struggles, they managed to hold on for the win.</p><p>Wagner's offense struggled from the field in their last game, shooting just 36.7% overall and 36.8% on two-point attempts. They connected on 8 of 22 three-pointers, hitting 36.4% from deep, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 43.3%.</p> <p>Ja'Kair Sanchez led the way with 24 points, despite shooting 6 of 18 from the floor. Riley Parker added 19 points, hitting 54.5% of his shots, and Zaire Williams chipped in 15 points, though he shot just 31.2%. Valentino Pinedo contributed 12 points and grabbed a team-high 11 rebounds.</p><p>Wagner's defense held their opponent to 68 points on 36% shooting from the field, as they went 22/60 overall. Inside the arc, the Seahawks limited them to 36% shooting, with 14 made two-point baskets out of 38 attempts.</p> <p>From three-point range, Wagner's opponent hit 8 of their 22 attempts, also shooting 36%. At the free-throw line, they went 18/25, converting 72% of their free throws. Wagner allowed 11 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Can The Lakers Secure a Home Victory?</h3><h3>Mercyhurst Lakers Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Mercyhurst's season record fell to 5-13 after a 72-63 road loss to LIU on Monday. The Lakers entered the game as +7.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.</p> 

<p>Trailing 34-28 at halftime, Mercyhurst allowed just 25 points in the 2nd half while scoring 31, but it wasn't enough to secure the win. The total points for the game went over the 126.5-point line, finishing at 135.</p><p>In their last game, the Lakers struggled from the field, shooting just 35.7% overall and 32.4% from two-point range. However, they connected on 42.1% of their three-point attempts, with Jamal Fuller and Jeff Planutis each hitting 4 threes at a 50% clip.</p> <p>Malachi Davis led the way with 23 points and 9 assists, despite shooting 35% from the field. Fuller added 20 points and 12 rebounds, while the team hit 88.2% of their free throws, going 15-for-17 from the line.</p><p>Even with Mercyhurst giving up 72 points, their defense couldn’t slow down the opposition, who shot 49% from the field, connecting on 25 of their 51 attempts. Inside the arc, they went 17/33, hitting 51% of their two-point shots.</p> <p>From three-point range, the opposing team was 8/18, shooting 44%. They also made the most of their trips to the free-throw line, going 14/18 for 77%. Mercyhurst allowed 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

The National Basketball Association (NBA) was first founded all the way back in 1946 as that is when the first season was played. There were only a handful of teams in the NBA at that time, but it has continued to grow throughout the years.

The NBA is no longer just a league that is made up of the best basketball players in the United States as it is a league that has grown internationally as well. This league is now full of players from other countries as it is the best professional basketball league in the world.

Every NBA team plays 82 games during the regular season and the top 16 teams make up the NBA Playoffs. The league is split up into conferences and divisions, and there are eight teams from each conference in the postseason.

NBA basketball begins in October, and the NBA Finals take place every single June. This is a league that attracts plenty of attention, and NBA betting is extremely popular as well.

This article will not only introduce you to the best NBA betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you some NBA betting tips.
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If you are wanting to do some NBA betting then you need to know where the best NBA sportsbooks are located. The sports betting industry just continues to get bigger and bigger, especially when it comes to online wagering.

It used to be that betting on the NBA was done either in-person or through a local bookie, but that is no longer the case. You are going to find some great options online, and here is a look at four of the best NBA sportsbooks that you are going to find online.

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The NHL was founded all the way back in 1917, and the league has seen plenty of growth since that first year. There were only six teams when the league first began playing, but that number has now grown all the way up to 32.

25 of the teams are from the United States while there are also seven teams from Canada. The NHL season typically runs from October through April, with the NHL Stanley Cup Finals taking place during the month of June.

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Utah Hockey Club vs Minnesota Wild Betting Pick & Prediction 1/23/25

<p>Looking to win big? The Wildcats and Golden Eagles face off at 7:00 ET on FS1. The Golden Eagles are hosting the game at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, WI. The odds for this Big East conference game currently have Marquette as the -8.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.</p><h3>VILLANOVA WILDCATS VS MARQUETTE GOLDEN EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Villanova Wildcats +8.5</p><p>This game will be played at Fiserv Forum at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE VILLANOVA WILDCATS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-70 in favor of the Golden Eagles.</li><li>Even though we have Marquette winning straight-up, we like Villanova at +8.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can the Wildcats Pull the Upset on the Road?</h3><h3>Villanova Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Villanova’s season record dropped to 12-8 after a narrow 64-63 loss to Georgetown on Monday. The Wildcats, who were -7.5 favorites at home, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.</p> <p>Villanova led 34-27 at halftime but allowed 37 points in the 2nd half while scoring 29. The game’s total points of 127 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.</p><p>Villanova's offense put up 63 points in their last game, shooting 40% from the field and 40% from beyond the arc, hitting 10 threes on 25 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 49.1%, and they connected on 75% of their free throws, going 9-for-12.</p> <p>Eric Dixon led the way with 29 points, hitting 5 threes at a 50% clip, while Micah Peavy added 24 points, shooting 66.7% from deep. Villanova grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 13 assists in the game.</p><p>Villanova's defense held their opponent to 64 points on 40% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 made field goals on 55 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, their opponent shot 40%, hitting 10 of 25 three-point attempts. Villanova also sent them to the line 12 times, where they made 9 free throws.</p><h3>Can the Golden Eagles Secure a Win at Home?</h3><h3>Marquette Golden Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Marquette improved to 16-3 on the season with a 76-59 road win over Seton Hall on Tuesday. The Golden Eagles entered the game as -13 favorites and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Marquette took control early, leading 33-21 at halftime. They scored 43 points in the second half while allowing 38. The game’s total points (135) fell just under the 138.5-point O/U line.</p><p>Marquette put up 76 points in their last game, shooting 41.4% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 50%. They connected on 37% of their three-point attempts, hitting 10 of 27 from deep, while going 14 of 31 on two-pointers (45.2%). At the free-throw line, the Golden Eagles made 18 of 25 attempts, good for 72%.</p> <p>Isaiah Coleman led the way with 27 points and 9 rebounds, shooting 9 of 14 from the field. Kam Jones added 19 points, hitting 4 of 6 from beyond the arc, and Prince Aligbe contributed 12 points on 6 of 8 shooting. Marquette also grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and dished out 14 assists in the win.</p><p>Marquette's defense gave up 59 points, allowing the opposing team to shoot 48% from the field. The Golden Eagles struggled to contain two-point shots, with the other team hitting 62% of their attempts (20/32).</p> <p>However, Marquette's defense excelled at the perimeter, holding the opposition to just 1/11 from three-point range, a 9% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they converted 16 free throws (80%).</p>

Villanova Wildcats vs Marquette Golden Eagles NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/24/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Cardinals versus the Cardinals? Tip off is at at 8:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at Montagne Center in Beaumont, TX. The over/under for this Southland conference contest is set at 137.5 points, with Lamar being favored by -4.5 at home against Incarnate Word.</p><h3>INCARNATE WORD CARDINALS VS LAMAR CARDINALS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Incarnate Word Cardinals +4.5</p><p>This game will be played at Montagne Center at 8:00 ET on Monday, January 6th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE INCARNATE WORD CARDINALS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-70 in favor of the Cardinals.</li><li>Not only will Lamar pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 148 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Win at Beaumont Possible for the Cardinals?</h3><p>Incarnate Word evened their season record at 5-5 with a 55-49 road win over Stephen F. Austin on Saturday. Entering the game as +5 underdogs, the Cardinals not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>Incarnate Word led 26-18 at halftime and added 29 points in the 2nd half while allowing 31. The game’s total points of 104 fell well short of the 130.5 O/U line.</p><p>Incarnate Word struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points on 35.7% shooting from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 39.3%, with a rough 20% performance from beyond the arc, hitting only 5 of 25 attempts.</p> <p>Davion Bailey led the way with 19 points, connecting on 4 of 13 from three-point range. Keon Thompson added 17 points, shooting 50% from deep, while Jalin Anderson contributed 14 points. The Cardinals managed just 6 assists as a team, with Bailey failing to register one.</p><p>Incarnate Word Cardinals put on a defensive clinic, holding their opponent to just 49 points on 31% shooting from the field. They were particularly effective in defending the three-point line, where they limited their opponents to just 2 made threes on 18 attempts, an 11% success rate.</p> <p>Even when sending their opponents to the free-throw line, the Cardinals didn’t pay too much, as they allowed just 15 made free throws on 27 attempts, a 55% shooting performance. However, they did give up 14 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will the Cardinals Win at Montagne Center?</h3><h3>Lamar Cardinals Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>The Cardinals improved to 5-6 on the season with a 63-61 win over Houston Christian on Saturday. Lamar, who were -9.5 favorites at home, didn’t cover the spread. The game’s total points (124) fell short of the O/U line of 136.5.</p> 

<p>Lamar trailed 36-29 at halftime but turned things around by holding the Huskies to 25 points in the 2nd half while scoring 34 points of their own.</p><p>In their previous game, the Lamar Cardinals put up 63 points, shooting 41.8% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 44.8%. They connected on 5 of 16 three-point attempts, shooting 31.2% from beyond the arc, and went just 2 for 4 from the free-throw line.</p> <p>Alexis Marmolejos led the way with 21 points, hitting 4 of 7 threes and shooting 61.5% overall. Bryson Dawkins and Julian Mackey each added 20 points, with Mackey shooting 60% from deep. The Cardinals recorded 19 assists and 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><p>Lamar's defense held their opponent to 61 points, allowing them to shoot 41% from the field on 28 of 67 attempts. Inside the arc, the Cardinals gave up 23 two-pointers on 51 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.</p> <p>From three-point range, Lamar's defense limited their opponent to 5 made threes on 16 attempts, a 31% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line just 4 times, where they made 2 free throws. Lamar allowed 10 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Incarnate Word Cardinals vs Lamar Cardinals NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/6/25

<p>Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Eagles versus the Wildcats? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on ESPN+. The game will be played at John M. Belk Arena in Davidson, NC. The over/under for this non-conference contest is set at 144.5 points, with Davidson being favored by -15.5 over Eastern Michigan.</p><h3>EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES VS DAVIDSON WILDCATS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Eastern Michigan Eagles +15.5</p><p>This game will be played at John M. Belk Arena at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE EASTERN MICHIGAN EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Wildcats.</li><li>Even though we have Davidson winning straight-up, we like Eastern Michigan at +15.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Are the Eagles Ready for a Win at Davidson?</h3><h3>Eastern Michigan Eagles Recent Game/Games</h3> <p>Eastern Michigan improved to 5-5 on the season with an 86-82 home win over Wright State on Saturday, December 21st. The Eagles entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.</p> <p>After trailing 38-27 at halftime, Eastern Michigan exploded for 59 points in the 2nd half while allowing 44. The game’s total points reached 168, surpassing the O/U line of 147.5.</p><p>Eastern Michigan put up 86 points in their latest game, shooting 49.2% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 57.6%. They connected on 57.1% of their two-point attempts and 37.5% from beyond the arc, hitting 9 threes. At the free-throw line, they shot 73.1%, making 19 of 26 attempts.</p> <p>Da'Sean Nelson led the way with 27 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 64.3% from the field. Jalen Terry and Jack Doumbia each added 21 points, with Terry hitting 6 threes at a 60% clip. Brandon Noel also contributed, shooting 77.8% from the field and grabbing 8 rebounds.</p><p>Eastern Michigan’s defense struggled, giving up 82 points on 49% shooting from the field. They allowed 57% shooting on two-pointers, with the opposing team hitting 20 of 35 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Eastern Michigan gave up 9 threes on 24 attempts, a 37% success rate. They also sent the other team to the line 26 times, where they made 19 free throws, shooting 73%. Eastern Michigan allowed 15 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Will Davidson Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?</h3><h3>Davidson Wildcats Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Davidson improved to 8-3 on the season with a 76-63 home win over Bethune-Cookman on Saturday, December 21st. While they got the win, Davidson didn’t cover the -14 spread, and the total points of 139 fell short of the 143.5 O/U line.</p> 

<p>Davidson led 41-34 at halftime and continued to control the game in the 2nd half, outscoring Bethune-Cookman 35-29.</p><p>Davidson's offense was clicking in their last game, putting up 76 points with a field goal percentage of 52.9% and an effective field goal percentage of 62.7%. They connected on 47.4% of their three-point attempts, going 9-for-19 from deep, and hit 56.2% of their shots inside the arc.</p> <p>Bobby Durkin led the way with 23 points and 10 rebounds, hitting 6 of 12 from three-point range. Connor Kochera was perfect from beyond the arc, making both of his attempts and finishing with 14 points on 6 of 7 shooting overall.</p><p>Despite Davidson's defensive struggles, giving up 63 points on 52% shooting, they managed to limit their opponent's trips to the free-throw line, where they went 13/19 (68%). Davidson allowed 27 field goals, including 9 threes on 19 attempts (47%).</p> <p>Inside the arc, Davidson's defense gave up 18 two-point field goals on 32 attempts (56%). They also allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

Eastern Michigan Eagles vs Davidson Wildcats NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 12/28/24

<p>Wednesday's interleague matchup between the Marlins and Astros is set for 8:10 PM ET from Minute Maid Park in Houston. The Astros are the heavy favorite on the money line, with their odds sitting at -255, while the Marlins are +211 underdogs. The over/under line is currently at 8 runs.</p>

<p>Miami comes in with a record of 32-59, which has them in 5th place in the NL East, while the Astros are 2nd in the AL West at 47-44. Framber Valdez will be on the mound for the Astros, and the Marlins are set to start Bryan Hoeing.</p><h3>MIAMI MARLINS VS HOUSTON ASTROS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: OVER 8 Runs</p><p>This game will be played at Minute Maid Park at 8:10 ET on Wednesday, July 10th.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE MARLINS VS ASTROS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Astros winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Marlins to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><p>Houston picked up a 4-3 win over the Marlins in the most recent game of this series. The Astros had a late rally, scoring two runs in the 7th and another two in the 8th. As for the Marlins, they scored one run in the 1st and added their final two runs in the 7th.</p>

<p>Ronel Blanco started for the Astros and picked up the win, going seven innings and giving up two earned runs. He finished the game with seven strikeouts but issued a costly home run. Josh Hader closed things out for Houston. </p>

<p>Trevor Rogers got the start for the Marlins, going just 5 1/3 innings and giving up two earned runs. He finished the game with five strikeouts but issued two walks. Huascar Brazoban took the loss out of the bullpen.</p><h3>Marlins Records & Stats</h3><p>Miami is 32-59 overall, putting them 5th in the NL East, and they trail the Phillies by 27 games for the division lead. So far, they have really struggled against other NL East teams, going 7-19. The Marlins dropped the first game of this series vs. the Astros.</p>

<p>At home, the Marlins are just 18-31 this year, and they are 14-28 on the road. As the underdog, Miami is 28-46 this year, compared to 4-13 as the favorite. Miami's overall series record is 8-19-2, and they are just 3-7 over their last 10 games.</p><p>When it comes to the run line, the Marlins have been a better bet on the road this season, going 22-20. They have covered in three straight games and have a run line record of 41-50 overall. Miami has been the underdog in 74 games and has covered in 39 of those contests.</p><p>When the Miami Marlins are on the road, the over/under line has been set at 8 runs for their games this season. Miami's games have averaged 8.5 runs per game, and their over/under record is 47-42 overall. When the line has been set at 8 runs, their over/under record is 11-9-1. This season, 47.3% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 8 runs, while 29.7% have had lower lines.</p><p>Miami is sending right-hander Bryan Hoeing to the mound today vs. the Astros. He has made one start this year and 12 appearances. Hoeing's record is 0-1, and he has an ERA of 1.99. Opponents are batting .198 off Hoeing this year. In his 22 2/3 innings of work, he has a WHIP of 1.06. The right-hander most recently pitched on July 5th vs. the White Sox, where he took the loss, going three innings and giving up one earned run. Before that, he had three straight appearances where he didn't allow a run.</p><p>So far this season, the Marlins are the worst scoring team in the league, averaging just 3.5 runs per game. They have been even worse on the road, averaging only 3 runs per contest. Miami's team batting average of .230 is below average, and they are also near the bottom of the league in on-base percentage and slugging. The Marlins have also struggled in terms of their isolated power, as they are 26th in the league in this category.</p>

<p>Jazz Chisholm Jr. comes into the game with the 2nd most home runs on the team (11) and is batting .258 for the season. Bryan De La Cruz has been the team's top power threat, as his 15 homers is 12th best in the league. De La Cruz is also leading the Marlins with 43 RBIs. Over his last seven games, Jesús Sánchez is hitting .333 with three homers.</p><h3>Astros Records & Stats</h3><p>The Astros are 47-44 overall this season, which has them 2nd in the AL West, two games behind the Mariners for the division lead. Houston took the first game of their series vs. the Marlins, and they are 7-3 across their last ten games. In the AL West, they have been solid, putting together a record of 15-12 against other teams in the division.</p>

<p>At home, the Astros are 25-19 this season and 22-25 on the road. Houston has been good as the favorite this season, putting up a mark of 35-32. As the underdog, the Astros are 12-12 this year. So far, they have won nine straight games as the favorite.</p><p>When the Astros are the favorite, they are 31-36 against the run line. When they are the underdog, they are 15-9. Their overall run line record is 46-45, and their average run margin is +0.4 runs per game. Their average run margin in winning games is +3.9 runs per game, and their average run margin in losing games is -3.3 runs per game. Their run line record at home is 22-22, with a scoring margin of +1.1 runs per game. Their run line record on the road is 24-23, with a scoring margin of -0.2 runs per game.</p><p>Today's over/under line for the Houston Astros' game against the Miami Marlins is set at 8 runs. The Astros have a combined run average of 9.1 runs per game this season, and their over/under record is 35-52. When the over/under line is set at 8 runs, their record is 5-7-2. So far this season, 65.9% of their games have had over/under lines set higher than 8 runs, and their current under streak is at 2 games.</p><p>Framber Valdez will be looking to build off his last outing, where he picked up the win and gave up just one earned run in seven innings of work. In that July 4th outing vs. the Blue Jays, he gave up just six hits and issued two walks. Looking back over his last four outings, Valdez has given up just one earned run in three of those starts. His record for the season is 7-5, and he has an ERA of 3.84 to go along with a WHIP of 1.30. Valdez has made nine quality starts this season and is averaging 7.09 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Yordan Alvarez and Kyle Tucker have been a great 1-2 punch in the Astros lineup this season, as they are both in the top 10 in home runs and are batting .295 and .266, respectively. Alvarez has gone 3/23 in his last seven games, including three homers and nine RBIs. Overall, he is 8th in the league with 50 RBIs. Tucker is 5th on the team with 40 RBIs.</p>

<p>As a team, the Astros are the league's top hitting team, with a batting average of .263. They are also the top home run hitting team in the league and are averaging 4.8 runs per game. At home, they are averaging 5.1 runs per contest.</p>

Miami Marlins vs Houston Astros Betting Pick & Prediction 7/10/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Nittany Lions and Hawkeyes face off at 9:00 ET on FS1. The Hawkeyes are hosting the game at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, IA. This Big Ten conference matchup has an over/under of 171.5 points, and Iowa is favored to win by -2.5 at home vs. Penn State.</p><h3>PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS VS IOWA HAWKEYES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Iowa Hawkeyes -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Carver-Hawkeye Arena at 9:00 ET on Friday, January 24th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE IOWA HAWKEYES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Hawkeyes.</li><li>Not only will Iowa pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 171.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Penn State Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>Penn State improved to 13-6 on the season with an 80-72 win over Rutgers on Monday. The Nittany Lions, who were -7 favorites at home, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 37-35 at halftime, Penn State pulled away by outscoring Rutgers 43-37 in the second half. The total points for the game finished just under the O/U line of 155.5.</p><p>Penn State put up 80 points in their last game, shooting 49% from the field and 47.6% from three-point range, hitting 10 of 21 attempts. Their effective field goal percentage was 59.2%, and they connected on 81.5% of their free throws, going 22 for 27 from the line.</p> <p>Ace Bailey led the way with 30 points, shooting 86.7% overall and 80% from deep. Yanic Konan Niederhauser was nearly perfect, hitting 7 of 8 shots, while Nick Kern Jr. went 4 for 4 from the field. Ace Baldwin Jr. added 22 points and 8 assists.</p><p>Despite Penn State's defensive efforts, they allowed 72 points on 49% shooting from the field. The Nittany Lions gave up 24 made field goals, with 14 coming from two-point range, where the opposing team shot 50%.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Penn State's defense allowed 10 threes on 21 attempts, a 47% shooting clip. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 27 times, where they converted 22 free throws, shooting 81%. Penn State did limit second-chance opportunities, giving up just 4 offensive rebounds.</p><h3>Are Iowa Ready for a Home Win?</h3><p>Iowa dropped to 12-7 on the season after a 72-67 home loss to Minnesota on Tuesday. The Hawkeyes were -8.5 favorites going into the game but couldn’t cover the spread. The total points for the game were 139, falling short of the 150.5 O/U line.</p> <p>After trailing 32-28 at halftime, Iowa scored 39 points in the 2nd half but allowed 40, unable to make a comeback.</p><p>Iowa's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 3 of 21 threes for a 14.3% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 45.9% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 49.2%. Inside the arc, they were much more effective, making 62.5% of their two-point attempts.</p> <p>Owen Freeman and Payton Sandfort each scored 21 points, with Freeman shooting 71.4% from the field. Sandfort made just 1 of 8 threes, finishing with a 12.5% shooting percentage from deep. Femi Odukale also had a strong game, hitting 5 of 8 shots overall and making his only three-point attempt.</p><p>Even with Iowa allowing 72 points, their defense struggled to contain shots inside the arc, giving up a 62% shooting rate on two-pointers, as the opposing team went 25/40. However, Iowa did manage to limit damage from beyond the arc, holding their opponents to just 3/21 shooting from three-point range, a 14% success rate.</p> <p>From the free-throw line, Iowa sent the other team to the stripe 12 times, where they converted 8 of those attempts, shooting 66%. Iowa also gave up 9 offensive rebounds in the game.</p>

<p>Looking to win big? The Flyers and Lightning face off at 7:00 ET on NBCS. The Lightning are hosting the game at Amalie Arena in Tampa, FL. The over/under for this Eastern conference contest is set at 6.5 goals, with the Lightning being favored by -1.5 goals at home against the Flyers.</p><h3>PHILADELPHIA FLYERS VS TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Tampa Bay Lightning -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Amalie Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, March 9th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING:</h3><ul><li>Even though they are considered 1.5-goal underdogs, our projection points to a 4-3 win for the Flyers.</li><li>We like the Flyers on the moneyline (+122)</li><li>The Flyers are also our pick on the spread at +1.5</li></ul><h3>Can The Flyers Secure a Road Victory?</h3><p><p>Heading into today's game, the Flyers are in 6th place in the Eastern Conference with 74 points and an overall record of 33-23-8. In the Eastern Conference, Philadelphia has gone 15-19 and 8-11 against Metropolitan Division opponents. Over their last ten games, the Flyers have gone just 4-6.</p>

<p>On the road this season, Philadelphia has gone 17-10-5 and have been the underdog in 44 of their 64 games. As the underdog, the Flyers have gone 21-17-6, including winning their last two games when not favored. Over their last five games, Philadelphia has gone 3-2.</p></p><p>On the season, the Flyers have gone 39-25 against the puck line and have a puck line mark of 7-3 in their last ten games. So far, they have been the underdog in 44 of their 63 games and have gone 33-11 against the puck line as the underdog.</p>

<p>Philadelphia has an average scoring differential of +.1 goals per game this year, and they have 20 wins by multiple goals. In their last ten road games, the Flyers have gone 7-3 against the puck line, and their road puck line record for the season is at 25-7.</p> <p>On average, Philadelphia's games have finished with 5.9 goals per game. The season's average over/under line stands at 6.1. In total, the Flyers come in with an over/under record of 26-35-3.</p><p>Across their last three road contests, Philadelphia has a 2-1 record vs the spread. Their overall mark in these games was 1-2, while averaging 3 goals per game.</p><p>Offensively, the Flyers come into the game at 2.9 goals per contest placing 22nd in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are in 2nd position in the league. This season, the Flyers have a 23-14 record in games where they outshoot their opponent. In games with fewer shots on goal, they hold a 8-9 record.</p><p>Philadelphia's leading scorer is Travis Konecny. So far, he has 27 goals which is 25th in the NHL. Along with his scoring, he has come up with 27 assists so far.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Lightning head into the game ranked 20th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.3 shots per game against Tampa Bay. So far, they are 17th in shutouts, achieving 3 shutouts.</p><p>Entering the game, goalie Samuel Ersson has started 34 games this season. His current record stands at 18-12, and his save percentage is 0.713%.</p><h3>Will the Lightning Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p><p>At home this season, the Lightning have gone 19-9-4 and have been favored in 38 of their 64 games. In the Eastern Conference, Tampa Bay is 8th and 5th in the Atlantic Division. Overall, the Lightning are 33-25-6 and have gone 4-6 in their last ten games. Over their last five games, Tampa Bay is 2-3.</p>

<p>For the season, the Lightning have 72 points and have gone 17-19 against Eastern Conference opponents. In the division, Tampa Bay is 7-11. As the favorite, the Lightning have gone 23-13-2 this season. At home, Tampa Bay has gone 14-16-2.</p></p><p>At home this year, Tampa Bay has gone 17-15 against the puck line, and their average scoring margin is at +.5 goals per game. So far, the Lightning have 23 wins by multiple goals.</p>

<p>Overall, Tampa Bay's puck line record is at 31-33, and they have dropped their last four games against the puck line. In their last ten games at home, the Lightning have gone just 4-6 vs. the puck line.</p> <p>This season, Tampa Bay's games are averaging 6.8 goals per game. Their average over/under line is 6.5. The Lightning currently have an over/under record of 30-30-4.</p><p>In their last three road games, Philadelphia has averaged 3 goals per game while allowing 4. The team's record in this stretch was 1-2 while going 2-1.</p><p>When looking at their offense, the Lightning have an average of 3.3 goals per game this season, positioning themselves 6th in the NHL. In terms of shots on goal per game, they are ranked 22nd in the league. The Tampa Bay offense is ranked 3rd in power play goals. As for shorthanded goals, they find themselves at 25th in the NHL.</p><p>Tampa Bay's leading goal scorer is Nikita Kucherov. So far this season, he has 38 goals, placing him 6th in the NHL. In addition to his goal scoring, Kucherov has 68 assists this season.</p><p>In terms of defense, the Lightning head into the game ranked 20th in goals allowed. On average, opponents are taking 29.3 shots per game against Tampa Bay. So far, they are 17th in shutouts, achieving 3 shutouts.</p><p>Goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy gets the start and has made 38 starts this season. His record at this point is 21-16, and his save percentage is 0.787%.</p>

Philadelphia Flyers vs Tampa Bay Lightning Betting Pick & Prediction 3/9/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NHL showdown between the Blues and Blue Jackets. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it's hosted by the Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH. Get ready to place your bets! The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 6.5 goals, and the Blue Jackets are favored by -1.5 vs. the Blues.</p><h3>ST. LOUIS BLUES VS COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Columbus Blue Jackets -1.5</p><p>This game will be played at Nationwide Arena at 7:00 ET on Saturday, January 4th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>With the Blue Jackets being favored by 1.5, our NHL analytics models has this one playing out 4-3 in favor of the Blue Jackets.</li><li>Take the Blue Jackets on the moneyline</li><li>On the spread, we like Blues (+1.5)</li></ul><h3>Are St. Louis Ready for a Road Win?</h3><p>With a 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs, the Blues improved to 19-17-4 this season. St. Louis covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total of 6 goals matched the pre-game line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 1-0 in the first period, the Blues responded with four straight goals, including three in the second period. Pavel Buchnevich sealed the win with an empty-netter at 19:21 in the third.</p><p>Colton Parayko led the way for the Blues with two goals, including his second of the season at 16:31 in the second period and his third at 7:27. He also added his fifth assist on Pavel Buchnevich's empty-netter, which was Buchnevich's fourth goal of the season.</p> <p>Jordan Kyrou scored his third goal of the year at 11:52 in the second period. The Blues took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways.</p><p>St. Louis allowed the first goal just 5:25 into the first period and another late in the third, but their defense held strong otherwise, leading to a 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs. Jordan Binnington made 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage, while the Blues' defense added 3 takeaways and 17 hits.</p><h3>Will the Blue Jackets Win at Nationwide Arena?</h3><p>With a 7-2 loss to the Capitals, the Blue Jackets dropped to 16-17-6 this season. Columbus was an underdog on the puck line, and the total of 9 goals surpassed the pre-game line of 6.5.</p> <p>The Blue Jackets’ defense struggled early, allowing 5 goals in the first period. Damon Severson scored for Columbus at 19:11 in the second period, but the game was already out of reach by then.</p><p>Columbus took 36 shots on goal but only managed to score twice in their 7-2 loss to Washington. Damon Severson netted his fourth goal of the season, while Kevin Labanc added his second. The Blue Jackets gave away the puck 13 times.</p> <p>After a scoreless first period, Columbus got on the board with Severson’s goal, 49 seconds into the second period. Labanc followed with another goal, 14:36 into the second.</p><p>Columbus’ defense struggled early, giving up five goals in the first period, including one just 56 seconds into the game. They allowed two more, one at 4:51 in the second and another at 18:34 in the third. Daniil Tarasov made 15 saves with a 68.2% save percentage, and the Blue Jackets' defense recorded 10 takeaways and 17 hits.</p>

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